Facility-requested visit·March 5, 2026

On Thursday, March 5, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelyn Garcia conducted a Capacity Increase inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with licensee Artur Galdunts. The requested capacity is 14. The fire department has granted a fire clearance dated 2/12/26. Licensee is advised that as a family childcare home operating at full capacity, they must adhere to the following: Operate with a Maximum of 14 children in care with no more than 3 Infants, also must have 2 school age children enrolled. Or Max. 12 Capacity with no more than 4 infants. A Qualified Assistant must be present when more than 8 children are in care. This home is a duplex and is located on the bottom floor of the property that consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom, Living room, kitchen, attached garage front and backyard fenced. The property on the top level has a separate address and tenants and is not used for day care purposes (7898 Forsythe St.) Upon arrival, LPA observed 2 children in care. Other residents of the home include licensee, 2 minor children. Licensee presented evidence of property control. LPA confirmed with licensee that all adults residing in the home have criminal record/TB clearances. The facility will operate Monday – Friday 8am-10:00pm and with a license capacity of 14 children. LPA went over the childcare ratios for a large family home with licensee and provided licensee a copy. The following areas are off limits : Kitchen, Bedroom #3, Bathroom (next to bedroom #3), attached garage, front yard. On limits areas include: Livingroom, Bedroom #1, bathroom inside bedroom #1(daycare room), bedroom #2 (nap room), back yard fenced. Drawers and lower cabinets in kitchen/bathroom have magnet locks and do not contain any hazardous items. There is an operational dual smoke and carbon monoxide alarm and fire extinguisher maintained in the home along with the pull down fire alarm station. The home has electrical outlet covers throughout and maintains a First Aid Kit in the kitchen cabinet. There are adequate age-appropriate toys, books, games, and napping cots located in bedroom that children use a daycare room and nap room. The outdoor play area is gated with safety gates around the area that contains the artificial turf and climbing equipment. The front yard is free of hazards and has sufficient toys. There are no firearms present in the home and there is no smoking on the premises as stated by Licensee. The dual smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector are in operable condition, and was tested by the licensee and LPA Garcia heard the sounds and are operable. LPA observed the required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) is fully charged. Licensee did not have purchase receipt and LPA reminded licensee that purchase receipt must be stored and fire extinguisher should be replaced or serviced annually. The facility sketch is complete and current, there is working telephone (cell). Fire/Disaster Drills document are maintained current and was last conducted on 12/8/25. Safe and age appropriate toys, play equipment and materials were observed. Electrical outlets are inaccessible. LPA reminded licensee, no baby bouncer saucer chairs, or any recalled and or prohibited toys or sleep/play equipment are allowed on the premises. There is age-appropriate napping cots and cribs. There are no window cords accessible to children. Bathroom: LPA Garcia observed bathroom (inside bedroom #1) that is utilized by the children and was observed to be free of hazards. LPA Garcia observed cleaning supplies to be stored under the sink cabinet secured with safety latches. Kitchen: The home has a clean and fully stocked clean refrigerator/freezer. Breakfast, lunch, snacks are provided by the licensee. Licensee is not a participant in a food program. Sharp knives were observed to be stored in a kitchen drawer with a safety latch and made inaccessible to the children. Cleaning supplies were observed to be kept under the kitchen sink secured with a safety latch and made inaccessible to the children. Licensee is advised food brought from the children’s home shall be properly stored, labeled, and dated. Outdoor: Children play in the back yard. The backyard is surrounded by 3 property walls and is fully enclosed (vinyl fence and concrete brick). The gates are secured with high hinge lock. The play area is clear and clean of debris, play area is fenced and gated all around, play yard has artificial grass and cement for play time. There is climbing equipment that is placed on artificial turf and provides some cushioning to minimize injuries. LPA observed age-appropriate toys for children. Advisory/Other: First Aid kit was observed with supplies (thermometer) readily available and kept in the kitchen cabinet. Licensee has a valid CPR/First Aid certification from American Heart Association dated 11/22/25, and Mandated Reporter is current and dated 3/1/26, Health and safety certification dated 9/18/21. Licensee is reminded First Aid/CPR and Mandated Reporter must be renewed every two years. Review of records to be maintained: LPA reviewed with licensee the LIC 311D, Forms/Records To Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children’s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. Documents Provided and/or Discussed: Fire Drill Log, Postings, Safe Sleep PIN 20-24-CCP, Individual Sleeping Plan (LIC9227), Large and Small Child Care Ratio Packet. Licensee stated currently does not have childcare insurance. The following were observed/discussed and or provided: Seat Belt Safety, Safe Sleep poster observed, forms required for children file (LIC311D), Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB394), Roster (LIC9040), License, Staffing and Ratio (capacity limitations handout provided), Emergency and Disaster Information (LIC610A, LIC9148), Lead Flyer Requirement, liability insurance (LIC282) must have signed form on file if no liability insurance. Names of all adults living in the home: All adults living/residing in the home are fingerprint cleared and associated. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following was also discussed with the licensee: 1. In the absence of the licensee a qualified adult must be present, supervising the children; a qualified adult is an individual who has a valid and current Pediatric first aid/ CPR-adult-child- infant certification (EMSA approved), a valid criminal record clearance associated to the facility license, immunization's (MMR, TDAP, TB and Influenza or Influenza declination), AB 1207 Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Certificate. 2. A current roster of children enrolled must be available and maintained for a period of 3 years, even after children are no longer attending the facility. 4. Annual fees must be paid promptly and by the due date or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the license shall be terminated. 5. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed. 6. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your home. 7. Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing (refer to LIC 624B). Mandated reporter requirements were reviewed and explained. 8. Fire and safety drills must be performed every six (6) months and documented for review by the Department. 9. Smoking is prohibited in the family childcare home. 10. Children and staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and be available for review by the Department. 11. Immunization Requirement: H&S 1597.622: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. The licensee and all adults working with children have proof of immunizations. 12. Inspection Authority: All adults living and working in the home shall be made of aware of the Department’s right to inspection the home, which includes, but is not limited to the right to enter the home when children are being cared for, interview children and adults and review documentation. 13. The facility license number must be on all advertisements, publications, or announcements with the intent to attract clients. 14. Isolation for Ill children: When a child is ill, he/she shall be separated from other children (reference 102417(e) Operation of a Family Child Care Home). 15. Liability Insurance was discussed; LPA advised applicant to review Title 22 Regulation 102417(m)(1) for additional information. 16. Dog(s) and/or pets are recommended to be isolated from children in care. 17. No baby bouncers, no infant walkers, no Johnny jumpers, no saucer chairs, and any other item that falls into this category is not permitted in the facility. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. An exit interview was conducted, and a signed copy of this report was provided to the licensee and a copy of applicant rights to licensee, Artur Galdunts.